Crista M.
Battle Ground, WA
Giving you peace of mind while away
Pet care experience
I’ve lived with pets for 30+yrs, worked at kennels, and currently volunteer & foster dogs or cats with the Humane Society. These experiences have given me a very good understanding of animal behavior and responses so interact with your pet in a way that makes them feel comfortable with a new person. I’ve administered meds, sub-q fluids, to both cats and dogs, and had my fair share of emergencies to handle. Having worked in a corporate office environment all my career, I’m reliable, dependable, responsible, and an excellent communicator. Caring for animals is a way to release stress of my job and have some fun meeting new animals and humans alike.
Reviews
Crista was very communicative and took great care of our cat. Would definitely rebook!
Great experience as always.
Crista always goes above and beyond!
Crista is great! You can be worry-free leaving your pet(s) with her. She provides excellent communication and responds quickly to concerns or questions. I feel fortunate to have found her, and I'm pretty sure my cats would agree!
About Crista M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
For drop-in visits, I’m respectful of your property and privacy. Upon meeting, let me know your preferences of where and how to enter your home, your furkid’s favorite hiding places, and what all I can do to keep your pet’s routine as normal as possible. I’m also happy to do small tasks in your home while away like water plants or change the lights on/off. For boarding or day sitting, I have a 3/4ac fenced in backyard with room to sniff, run and play. Both my husband and I will look after your pet and do not have kids. We care for one dog of our own and will only allow interaction after the first day of your pet’s stay (most are a little nervous the first night) and if they have a good meet & greet under our supervision. For short stays and our pets simply aren’t compatible, we have areas in the home where each pet can have their own space and feel safe. I will communicate with you at least once per day while away because I understand how nerve wracking it can be to wonder how your family member is doing. I do not board pets from different households at one time. I do not take dogs to a dog park because your dog is still relatively new to me and interactions with other dogs are too uncontrolled.
Home
Information Crista M. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know of any special needs, accommodations or preferences for your pet. The more I know, the more comfortable I can make your pet :)
A typical day
It’s all about what best stimulates you pet. We can play with your furkid’s favorite toy, take a walk, or work on commands. We can have fun indoors too! I’m an expert tugger, thrower and hider :) I also strongly believe in mental enrichment and have a variety of activities available in my home.
Services
Crista can host
Crista can watch in your home
Availability
I work from home during the week with a flexible schedule and free on the weekends. I’m happy to discuss your furkid’s current routine and find the best way to accommodate them in your absence.
About Crista M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
For drop-in visits, I’m respectful of your property and privacy. Upon meeting, let me know your preferences of where and how to enter your home, your furkid’s favorite hiding places, and what all I can do to keep your pet’s routine as normal as possible. I’m also happy to do small tasks in your home while away like water plants or change the lights on/off. For boarding or day sitting, I have a 3/4ac fenced in backyard with room to sniff, run and play. Both my husband and I will look after your pet and do not have kids. We care for one dog of our own and will only allow interaction after the first day of your pet’s stay (most are a little nervous the first night) and if they have a good meet & greet under our supervision. For short stays and our pets simply aren’t compatible, we have areas in the home where each pet can have their own space and feel safe. I will communicate with you at least once per day while away because I understand how nerve wracking it can be to wonder how your family member is doing. I do not board pets from different households at one time. I do not take dogs to a dog park because your dog is still relatively new to me and interactions with other dogs are too uncontrolled.
Home
Information Crista M. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know of any special needs, accommodations or preferences for your pet. The more I know, the more comfortable I can make your pet :)
A typical day
It’s all about what best stimulates you pet. We can play with your furkid’s favorite toy, take a walk, or work on commands. We can have fun indoors too! I’m an expert tugger, thrower and hider :) I also strongly believe in mental enrichment and have a variety of activities available in my home.
Location
Battle Ground, WA
Pets
Crista M.
Battle Ground, WA